Today we have Coach Dawn of @itscode31everything37 in the shop to discuss her life as a young athlete, basketball coach, and media presence. Coach D talks about how her origins start with her wanting to be just like her brother Mark Ellison. She would follow her brother everywhere. It began with playing baseball and then it eventually transitioned to basketball. As a young basketball athlete, Coach D would shine in this role. Riding this gift all the way to Mercy College. At Mercy she began to understand a new level of discipline; being that she couldn't get away with the same antics as she did on her high school team. this would result in her starting off the bench for her freshman and sophomore years. Nevertheless, Coach D persevered and became one of the highest-scoring players in the college's history. Fast forward, Dawn becomes a coach in memory of her brother Mark who tragically passed away. By doing this, she mentored so many young children, including the son of our very own G Vasquez. She helped his son get his very first trophy. She also worked in college and high school as an assistant coach in those professional settings as well. Eventually, Coach D had to go on disability because of several injuries she suffered from. Due to this extra free time, Dawn tapped into a long-lost passion for writing and doing entertainment media. Coach D started the media company Code 31 which stands for competition officially doesn't exist 31 was her basketball Jersey number. who's this company she's interviewed several Legends and hip Hop such as KRS-1, TI, Ralph McDaniels, etc.